[One of his fingers begins tapping the bar. Being tied down by financial obligations - dominated by others - doesn't appeal to him much anymore. Not that it had appealed to him at all, but at least back then could stomach it. And the last time he had played with private investment? Things had changed. In a manner that wouldn't be prudent here.]

I would prefer a hands-off role. [He clicks his tongue in his cheek.] No, that's not exactly it. Honestly, I'm uncertain? This isn't exactly my mileau.

[She was right to say she had realized she wasn't alone. Because he's feeling pretty alone in this bar right now.]

Plus, be honest. My name isn't exactly going to draw investors in, these days.